Mike Sharples
Emeritus Professor, Educational Technology,
I am the Emeritus Professor of Educational Technology at The Open University, where we adapt technology to facilitate learning. My research involves human-centered design of new technologies and environments for learning, focusing on adapting and developing new technology and socio-technical systems to facilitate learning, such as the use of mobile devices. My main current interest is ‘citizen inquiry’ – a fusion of citizen science and inquiry-based learning.
EXPs by Mike Sharples
A teacher’s role is shifting away from providing educational content to orchestrating students’ learning and nurturing their confidence.
With varying degrees of success, cutting-edge technologies have been introduced into schools throughout history.
Open and accessible education is entirely feasible. By open and accessible, I mean allowing those without formal qualifications to participate.